Question 1

Why was Executive Action controversial upon release?

Accepted Answer

Its depiction of the JFK assassination led to bad press, causing the film to be pulled from many theaters in its first two weeks. TV stations also refused to run trailers.

Question 2

What did Burt Lancaster hope the film would achieve?

Accepted Answer

Burt Lancaster said he hoped the film would make people skeptical.

Question 3

Which film was the first to openly question the Warren Commission's report on JFK's death?

Accepted Answer

Executive Action was the first film to openly question the veracity of the Warren Commission's report into the death of John F. Kennedy.

Question 4

What unique item was given to critics at first screenings?

Accepted Answer

Critics were given an eight-page newspaper when leaving their first screenings that expounded all the conspiracy theories aired in the film.

Question 5

What did theater ticket buyers receive during the film's release?

Accepted Answer

When released in theaters, a mock newspaper with articles concerning the assassination were given to ticket buyers.

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